Guilford Town, CT

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 3/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 10/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 8/10
accessibility Hospitals 8/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Highly Expensive. Housing and rent costs are extremely high, contributing to a significantly elevated overall cost of living.
visibility Safety
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
local_airport Airports
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
accessibility Hospitals
Well-Served. A good range of reputable hospitals and healthcare providers are easily accessible, ensuring reliable medical services.
school Colleges
Well-Connected. A good selection of reputable colleges is easily accessible, providing strong options for higher education.
local_library Schools
Nationally Distinguished. Exceptional public schools with nationally recognized achievements, near-perfect test scores, and standout college placement. Families benefit from elite education close to home.

Residents

Population
22,037 332.4M (US)
Median Age
50.7 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
74.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
57.6% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$130,036 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
96.1% 88% (US)
Average Commute
28 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
6.9% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$491,300 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$1,363 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,478 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
76.2% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

South Central Connecticut Planning Region
2
New Haven Metro Area
2
Connecticut
2

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

South Central Connecticut Planning Region
2
New Haven Metro Area
2
Connecticut
2

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 15 23
Feb 3 13 26
Mar 4 10 34
Apr 4 3 46
May 4 0 57
Jun 5 0 65
Jul 4 0 70
Aug 4 0 69
Sep 4 0 61
Oct 5 0 49
Nov 4 3 40
Dec 4 12 29

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Democratic stronghold, with 52% of residents leaning left and 42% leaning right.

Liberal (53%) (43%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 43%
Hillary Clinton 49%
Other 7%

Schools

A Baldwin Middle School
<1 miles, W 4.6 star
Guilford Lakes School
1 miles, SE 4.6 star
Guilford High School
2 miles, SW 4.6 star
Melissa Jones School
2 miles, N 4.6 star

Colleges

Hospitals

Masonicare Health Center Hospital
11 miles, N 4.1 star
Yale-New Haven Hospital
12 miles, W 3.2 star

Airports

Tweed-New Haven Airport
11 miles, W 1 star
Bradley International Airport
42 miles, NE 2.8 star
Long Island MacArthur Airport
43 miles, SW 1.4 star
Westchester County Airport
55 miles, W 1.4 star